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Call of Duty®: Black Ops III
Action
Adventure
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Shared/Split Screen
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Workshop
Valve Anti-Cheat enabled
Steam Leaderboards
Remote Play on Phone
Remote Play on Tablet
Remote Play on TV
Remote Play Together
Family Sharing

Call of Duty®: Black Ops III Zombies Chronicles Edition includes the full base game plus the Zombies Chronicles content expansion.

Developers: Treyarch Aspyr (Mac)
Publishers: Activision Aspyr (Mac)
Release Date: Nov 5, 2015
Price (USD): $19.79
Current Players: 7.4k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(87%)
Zombies mode
custom maps
lasting appeal
graphics
gameplay mechanics
microtransactions
price
multiplayer problems
hackers
campaign
game crashes
connectivity issues
Players generally have a positive view of Call of Duty: Black Ops III, with particular emphasis on its Zombies mode as one of the best features available in the series and a vibrant modding community keeping it relevant. However, the game is also criticized for its aforementioned technical issues, multiplayer problems with rampant hacking, and a lackluster campaign. Despite these issues, many players still praise its enduring nostalgia and significant replay value.

Positive Points

  • Call of Duty: Black Ops III is particularly praised for its Zombies mode, which many players consider the best in the franchise's history.
  • The game has a strong modding community, especially for custom Zombies maps, which adds significant replay value.
  • Many players highlight the game's nostalgia factor and its lasting appeal even after several years since release.
  • The game's graphics and gameplay mechanics, including movement features like wall-running and thrust jumps, are highly appreciated.

    • Negative Points

  • Multiplayer is criticized for being plagued by hackers and cheaters, and its current state makes it largely unplayable without third-party patches or modifications.
  • The campaign is considered weak, with a confusing story and lackluster execution, not living up to the standards set by earlier entries in the franchise.
  • There are significant technical issues such as game crashes and connectivity problems, including issues with NAT type that affect online playability.

    • Mixed Points

  • While Zombies mode is highly regarded, some players have mixed feelings about the integration of microtransactions and loot boxes.
  • The game's price is often viewed as too high for its age, especially since the multiplayer is not fully functional.

    • Common Themes

  • Zombies mode is the standout feature of Black Ops III, with many players buying the game solely for this mode.
  • The game is seen as one of the last good Call of Duty titles before the series' perceived decline.
  • There is a strong community focus on custom content and modding to enhance the gaming experience.
    • Updated 2/19/2026, 12:02:16 AM UTC
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